Vacuum Truck Operator
Kaikohe, Northland Region, New Zealand · Full Time
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- Any
- Salary
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- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 6 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- People with the required licence, endorsement, and relevant industry experience who are able to do physically demanding outdoor work in a full-time onsite role may apply. The employer also welcomes applications from a wide range of backgrounds and identities.
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- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Role overview
Ventia is hiring a Vacuum Truck Operator / Stormwater Technician to join its team in Kaitaia, Northland. The position sits within stormwater operations and supports the upkeep of essential infrastructure that helps protect local communities and waterways.
What the job offers
- Hourly pay that is competitive
- Southern Cross Health Insurance
- A collaborative workplace with a strong emphasis on safety
- Opportunities to grow your career within a major infrastructure services business
- Varied day-to-day tasks with frequent changes in work
Work schedule
This is a permanent full-time role with a 44-hour work week, typically Monday to Friday. Some weekend shifts and night work may also be required.
Key duties
- Safely operate a vacuum truck and related equipment
- Move waste to authorised disposal sites
- Service and maintain stormwater assets and devices
- Carry out water blasting and cleaning tasks
- Prepare safety and maintenance records and documentation
What you need
The ideal candidate holds an NZ Class 2 driver licence and a Dangerous Goods endorsement. Experience in stormwater, drainage, civil construction, or utility maintenance is valuable. You should bring a strong focus on health, safety, and environmental practices, along with a positive, team-oriented attitude and the ability to work alone when needed. The work is physically demanding and involves outdoor manual labour.
Nice to have
Confined Space and Gas Detection certifications would be an advantage.
Inclusion and fair recruitment
Ventia says its approach to fairness, inclusion, and respect guides how it works, hires, and supports its people. Applications are encouraged from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs, and caring responsibilities. The company also offers an accessible recruitment process and welcomes requests for adjustments at any stage.
How to apply
Submit an application through the employer's application process. Internal applicants are expected to let their manager or supervisor know before applying, or at the latest once they are invited to interview.